Today, wood bending is most often used to create wooden instruments along with popular home décor items, including toys and crafts. And to successfully bend the wood, boiling is used as one of the most preferred methods. So, the short answer is yes, you can bend wood by softening it first by boiling it in … Read more
Deciding the right trim and decking material doesn’t need to be a problem if you know about your options well. Azek and Trex are widely popular and are the two choices for most homeowners. But which one is better and why you should choose one over the other – comes down to knowing more about … Read more
Wooden furniture, trims, doors, and windows are so long-lasting that you can easily repair and reuse them even after they get some cracks, gaps, and holes. The key here is knowing how to fill these holes correctly so you can redrill the wood. Fortunately, there are a number of products and ways by which you … Read more
The toilet seats made of wood look beautiful and classy. They are usually made up of strips of wood that are built around a wood core to make the natural grains of wood visible. Enameled wood is basically wood that has been painted and finished with enamel paint. The goal here is to give … Read more
If you have never used this, steel wool is a collection of very thin steel wires bundled together in the form of a ball. Steel wool is an excellent alternative to fine sandpaper for different sanding projects. Plus, it can be used for a wide variety of polishing and cleaning purposes. Not only for polishing … Read more
No matter what pet you have – cat or dog – their urine can cause damage to floors and subflooring even if the floor has been sealed. Although the urine won’t compromise the structural strength, it does leave behind stains that lead to black spots. It also generates a musty smell, which can be difficult … Read more
It’s possible to only use hand or manual tools when woodworking, but then it becomes a slower process. For certain projects, a woodworking machine becomes essential for its fast completion. The trick is to discover the type of machine that is best for your DIY project or shop. Everything starts with the two basic types … Read more
Alkyd enamel is a type of oil (or solvent-based) paint that’s highly lustrous, smooth, and viscous. The paint is generally made of three elements, namely the thinner, the binder, and the pigment. Although alkyd paint does not contain oil, it is many times also called oil-based paint. The reason is it uses chemical binders along … Read more
Bleaching agents are among the most overlooked alternatives when homeowners need to clean their old wood furniture, floors, or decking areas. While bleaching isn’t difficult for DIYers, you should know what it can do to your wood, before you plan to use them in your home for cleaning. Will bleach damage your wood surface? The … Read more
Coconut oil is an excellent moisturizer for our skin and hair. But do you know – it can also moisturize the wood? Yes, you can use coconut oil as an excellent wood conditioner and a wood stain carrier. Plus, coconut oil can be used as a polish for bringing out the natural colors of your … Read more